Product SKU: C8110
Product Overview
Organisations managing ageing analogue public address systems alongside newer IP infrastructure often face a difficult choice between full replacement or continued fragmentation. The AXIS C8110 Network Audio Bridge resolves this by acting as the connection point between traditional analogue speakers or audio sources and modern Axis network audio systems. Featuring SIP, VAPIX, and ACAP support, it integrates with IP telephone systems, Axis cameras, third-party applications, and event-driven automation workflows. Built-in AXIS Audio Manager Edge provides zone management, content scheduling, and prioritisation without requiring a separate controller. I/O ports allow external buttons and relays to connect directly, enabling manual triggers, mute functions, and alarm-linked audio responses. Powered via PoE, installation requires only a single network cable run. It is well suited to schools, retail sites, commercial buildings, warehouses, public facilities, and any site planning a staged migration from analogue PA to network audio.
Key Capabilities
Analogue and Network Audio Bridging
The C8110 works in both directions: it can bring IP-based functionality to existing analogue speaker systems, or allow analogue audio sources such as music players and computers to feed into Axis network speakers. This dual-direction capability supports flexible hybrid audio designs without requiring a full infrastructure replacement.
AXIS Audio Manager Edge
Zone management, content scheduling, and message prioritisation are handled directly through built-in AXIS Audio Manager Edge. This means the right audio content reaches the right speaker zones at the right time, which is critical for staged announcements, background music separation, and urgent alert delivery across a site.
SIP, VAPIX, and ACAP Integration
Open standard support through SIP, VAPIX, and ACAP allows the C8110 to connect with IP phone systems, Axis cameras, third-party applications, and automation platforms. This enables camera-triggered audio warnings, access event announcements, live voice messages from SIP phones, and broader system-level audio workflows.
I/O Ports for Physical Control
Configurable I/O ports connect external buttons, relays, and compatible devices directly to the audio bridge. Common applications include manual announcement triggers, mute controls, alarm integration, and relay outputs linked to site-specific safety or operational workflows.
PoE-Powered Single-Cable Installation
Power over Ethernet delivers both data and power through one standard network cable, removing the need for a local power supply near the audio bridge. This simplifies installation in equipment rooms, comms cupboards, and distributed audio infrastructure where running separate power cabling adds cost and complexity.
Best For
- Staged Analogue PA Migration: Sites with existing analogue speaker infrastructure can add IP-based zone management, scheduling, and event-triggered announcements through the C8110 without replacing speakers or amplifiers immediately.
- Hybrid Audio System Design: Integrators working on sites that combine analogue speakers, Axis network speakers, SIP phone systems, and external button inputs benefit from the C8110’s ability to unify all of these into one audio workflow.
- Camera-Triggered and Event-Driven Audio: Through VAPIX and ACAP support, the C8110 can respond to Axis camera events or third-party system triggers by playing prerecorded or live audio, which is useful for warehouses, car parks, restricted zones, and automated safety responses.
- Multi-Zone Public Address: Schools, hospitals, retail chains, and commercial buildings that need separate audio zones with different content, schedules, or priority levels can use AXIS Audio Manager Edge to manage this directly through the C8110.
Why Choose the AXIS C8110 Network Audio Bridge
The AXIS C8110 addresses a common problem in audio system upgrades: how to gain modern IP functionality without discarding analogue infrastructure that still works. Rather than forcing a full replacement, the C8110 acts as the integration layer between the two. Its built-in AXIS Audio Manager Edge removes the need for a separate management device, while SIP support enables live announcements from compatible IP phones without dedicated PA hardware. VAPIX and ACAP connectivity extends this further, linking audio responses directly to Axis cameras, access control events, and third-party automation. The I/O ports add physical control options that purely software-based systems cannot match. With a confirmed 5-year warranty and AXIS OS support through 31 December 2033, the C8110 is a long-term addition to any network audio or public address project. It is available at Security Wholesalers as part of the Axis Communications audio product range.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip 1 – Confirm Your Bridging Direction Before Installation: The AXIS C8110 operates in 2 distinct bridging modes. If your site has analogue speakers that need IP functionality such as zoning and scheduling, the C8110 connects on the speaker output side. If your site has Axis network speakers and you want to feed analogue audio sources such as a music player or computer into them, the C8110 connects on the source input side. Confirm which direction applies to your installation before ordering, as this affects how the device is wired and configured within the wider audio system.
Buyer Tip 2 – Map I/O and SIP Requirements Early: If the project involves physical control buttons, relay outputs, alarm integration, or SIP phone announcements, document these requirements before designing the audio workflow. The C8110 supports I/O connections and SIP natively, but the number of I/O points and the specific SIP platform in use will affect how the system is configured. Confirming these details upfront avoids rework during commissioning.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS C8110 Network Audio Bridge |
| Part Number |
02370-001 |
| Product Type |
Network Audio Bridge / Analogue-to-IP Audio Integration Device |
| Primary Function |
Bridges analogue audio equipment with Axis network audio systems in either direction |
| Analogue Speaker Support |
Adds IP audio functionality including zone management, scheduling, and prioritisation to existing analogue speaker systems |
| Analogue Source Support |
Allows analogue audio sources to play through Axis network speakers |
| Open Standards |
SIP, VAPIX, and ACAP |
| Audio Management Software |
AXIS Audio Manager Edge (built-in) |
| Multi-Site Management |
AXIS Audio Manager Center support |
| Zone Management |
Supported via Axis audio management software |
| Content Scheduling |
Supported via Axis audio management software |
| Content Prioritisation |
Supported for announcements and critical messages |
| I/O Ports |
Supported for external buttons, relays, and additional functionality |
| Power |
Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
| Device Software |
AXIS OS |
| AXIS OS Support |
Supported until 31 December 2033 |
| Recommended Volume Controller |
AXIS C8310 Volume Controller |
| Compatible Microphones |
AXIS T8351 Mk II Microphone 3.5mm, AXIS T8353A Microphone 3.5mm, AXIS T8355 Digital Microphone 3.5mm, AXIS TU1002-VE Microphone Kit |
| Warranty |
5 years |
Ideal Use Cases
Schools and Educational Campuses
AXIS Audio Manager Edge supports zone management and content scheduling, making the C8110 well suited to school bell systems, timetabled announcements, classroom-specific messaging, and emergency lockdown or evacuation audio. Sites with existing analogue PA hardware can retain speakers while gaining IP-based control.
Retail Chains and Commercial Buildings
Background music, scheduled promotional messages, and zone-specific announcements are managed through AXIS Audio Manager Edge. Multi-site coordination via AXIS Audio Manager Center makes the C8110 a practical fit for retail groups or commercial tenancies requiring consistent audio management across multiple locations.
Warehouses and Industrial Sites
I/O port support enables physical buttons, relays, and alarm inputs to trigger audio directly. Combined with VAPIX integration, camera-detected events or access control outputs can automatically activate prerecorded safety warnings or operational announcements through connected speakers.
Public Facilities and Transport Locations
SIP support allows live announcements from compatible IP phones or communication hubs without a dedicated PA microphone station. Content prioritisation ensures urgent or emergency messages override scheduled background audio automatically, which is useful in high-footfall or time-critical environments.
Staged Analogue-to-IP Audio Migrations
Sites planning a phased transition from analogue PA to full network audio can use the C8110 to introduce IP functionality incrementally. Existing analogue speakers remain in service while zone control, scheduling, and event-driven audio are added, reducing upfront replacement costs across the project.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your site has existing analogue speaker infrastructure you want to retain while adding IP-based zone control, scheduling, and event-triggered announcements, or if you need analogue audio sources to feed into a network speaker system alongside SIP phone integration and I/O-controlled triggers.
- Choose a different model if: Your project requires a fully standalone network speaker or ceiling speaker with built-in amplification and direct PoE connection, as the C8110 is an integration and bridging device rather than a self-contained speaker unit. If the site is already fully migrated to Axis network speakers and has no analogue bridging requirement, a dedicated Axis network speaker or amplifier may be more appropriate.
FAQs
- What does the AXIS C8110 actually do?
The AXIS C8110 acts as a bridge between analogue and network audio systems. It can add IP-based functionality such as zone management, scheduling, and event-triggered announcements to existing analogue speaker systems, or allow analogue audio sources to play through Axis network speakers. It supports SIP, VAPIX, ACAP, I/O ports, and AXIS Audio Manager Edge, making it suitable for both hybrid audio designs and staged migration projects.
- Can the AXIS C8110 be used with an existing analogue PA amplifier and speakers?
Yes. The C8110 is designed for exactly this scenario. When connected to an existing analogue speaker system, it adds network audio capabilities including zone control, content scheduling, content prioritisation, and event-triggered playback. This allows organisations to retain their current speaker and amplifier hardware while gaining IP-based audio management through AXIS Audio Manager Edge.
- What is SIP support used for on the AXIS C8110?
SIP support allows the C8110 to integrate with compatible IP telephone systems and SIP-based communication platforms. This means staff can deliver live voice announcements through the audio system from a SIP-enabled phone or communication hub, without requiring a dedicated PA microphone station. It is useful in schools, commercial buildings, retail sites, and public facilities where phone-based announcements are part of the communication workflow.
- How are the I/O ports typically used?
The I/O ports connect external buttons, relays, and compatible devices to the audio bridge. Practical applications include manual announcement trigger buttons, mute controls for specific zones, alarm inputs that activate audio warnings, relay outputs linked to access control events, and site-specific automation responses. The I/O ports give physical control options beyond what software-only audio systems support.
- Does the AXIS C8110 support multi-site audio management?
Yes. In addition to the built-in AXIS Audio Manager Edge for single-site zone and schedule management, the C8110 also supports AXIS Audio Manager Center. This allows organisations with multiple locations such as retail chains, school networks, or distributed commercial facilities to coordinate audio content and scheduling across sites from a central management point.
- How is the AXIS C8110 powered and installed?
The C8110 is powered via Power over Ethernet, meaning a single standard network cable delivers both data connectivity and power to the device. This simplifies installation in equipment rooms, communications cupboards, and server rooms where running a separate power circuit would add cost or complexity. No local power adaptor is required where a PoE-capable switch or injector is available.
- How long will the AXIS C8110 receive software support?
The AXIS C8110 runs on AXIS OS, which is confirmed as supported until 31 December 2033. This provides a clear long-term support horizon for organisations planning audio infrastructure investments. The device also carries a 5-year warranty. Both the warranty coverage and the software support period are confirmed specifications available through Security Wholesalers for reference when evaluating the product for longer-term deployments.
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